light HONDA S2000 2002 1.G Repair Manual

The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch of f
and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to
examine or change a low beam
headlight bulb yourself . If a low
beam headlight bulb fails, take the
cartoyourdealertohaveitreplaced.Halogen bulbs are used f or the high
beam headlight bulbs. When
replacing a high beam headlight bulb,
handle it by its base and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.

Open the hood.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by squeezing the
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector of f the bulb.Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
If you need to change the high
beam headlight bulb on the lef t
side, remove the coolant reserve
tank f rom its holder by pulling it
straight up.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb
socket.Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms. Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Make sure
the bulb is installed correctly by
looking through the headlight lens.
The pins on the base of the bulb
should f it in the holes in the
headlight assembly. Pivot the hold-
down wire back in place and clip
the end into the slot.
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If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.Pull the inner f ender cover back.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.Install the new bulb in the socket.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Put the inner f ender in place.
Install the two holding clips. Lock
each clip in place by pushing on
the center.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the three holding clips
f rom the inner f ender.
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2. 3. 4. 5.6. 7. 8. 9.
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Replacing Front Turn Signal and
Side Marker L ight Bulbs 202

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Put the bulb holder back into its
hole in the lens, and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Use a small f lat blade screwdriver
to pry caref ully on the back edge
of the side turn signal assembly
until it pops out of the body.
Turn the bulb holder one-quarter
turn counterclockwise to remove it
from the lens. Put the side turn signal assembly
back into the body, front first.
Push on the back edge until it
snaps into place.
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Open the trunk. Determine which of the f our bulbsis burned out: stop/taillight, back-
up light, turn signal, or side
marker.Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Remove the fasteners from the
trunk lining. To remove a f astener,
push on the center of the head
until it pops in. Then pull it out.
Pull the lining back. Remove the burned out bulb. To
remove the stop/taillight, back-up
or side marker light bulb, pull the
bulb straight out of its socket. To
remove the turn signal light bulb,
push it in and turn it
counterclockwise until it unlocks.
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4.
5. 6.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs 204

Install the new bulb in the socket.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Push the socket into the light
assembly and turn it clockwise
until it locks.
Install the trunk lining and secure
it with the fasteners. To reinstall a
f astener, reset the f astener by
pushing on the pointed end until it
pops back almost f lush with the
f ingers on the housing. Put the
f astener in the hole of the trunk
lining and push on the center until
it locks (the center is flush with
the head).
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Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver
between the lef t edge of the lens
and the housing. The lens will
come down.Put the lens back into the light
assembly, right side f irst. Push on
the lef t edge until it snaps into
place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.
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Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb 206

Open the trunk. Pull down the
trunk light cover.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs.
Push the cover back in place.
Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the f ront edge of the
lens near both sides.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs. Snap the lens back in place.
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Replacing the T runk L ight Bulb
Replacing an Interior L ight Bulb
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Block the rear wheels.
Disconnect the battery.If possible, run the engine f or a
while periodically (pref erably once
amonth).
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter
(see page ).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
If you need to park your car f or an
extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your car back on the road. If
possible, store your car indoors.
If the car is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the car is being stored indoors).Coverthecarwitha‘‘breathable’’
cover, one made f rom a porous
material such as cotton.
Nonporous materials, such as
plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you store your car f or 12 months
or longer, have your Honda dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000
km) maintenance schedule as soon
as you take it out of storage (see
page ). The replacements called
f or in the maintenance schedule are
not needed unless the car has
actually reached that time or mileage.
Raise the convertible top cover.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
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St oring Your Car
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Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix
in a mild detergent, such as
dishwashing liquid or a product
made especially f or car washing.
Rinse the car thoroughly with cool
water to remove loose dirt.
Frequent washing helps preserve
your car’s beauty. Dirt and grit can
scratch the paint, while tree sap and
bird droppings can permanently ruin
the f inish.
Wash your car in a shady area, not in
direct sunlight. If the car is parked in
the sun, move it into the shade and
let the exterior cool down bef ore you
start.
Only use the solvents and cleaners
recommendedinthisOwner’s
Manual.
Check the body f or road tar, tree
sap, etc. Remove these stains with
tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it
of f immediately so it does not
harm the f inish. Remember to re-
wax these areas, even if the rest ofthe car does not need waxing.
Do not use harsh chemicals to
remove stains from the
convertible top or rear window.
Use a mild detergent/water
solution with a soft-bristle brush
on the top, and with a sof t cloth on
the rear window.
When you have washed and rinsed
the whole exterior, dry it with a
chamois or sof t towel. Letting it
air-dry will cause dulling and water
spots.
Make sure the top is completely
drybeforeyoufoldit.
As you dry the car, inspect it f or
chips and scratches that could allow
corrosion to start. Repair them with
touch-up paint (see page ).
Wash the car, using the water and
neutral detergent solution and
sponge or sof t cloth. Start at a top
and work your way down. Rinse
f requently.
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Appearance Care
Washing 210
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners
can damage the paint, metal, and
plastic on your car.